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At Kelowna Premium Orthotics, our Canadian Certified Pedorthist provides expert care for foot, ankle, and lower limb conditions. A thorough assessment helps us understand your needs and create the most effective treatment plan—whether that’s custom foot orthotics, footwear, bracing or footwear modifications. To better treat your condition we also collobarate with physicians, orthopaedic surgeons, orthopaedic specialists, physiotherapists and occupational therapists.
What To Expect At Your Assessment
The clinician will assess your feet and lower limbs in detail, using a combination of history, physical examination, and movement analysis.
1. History
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Your symptoms (how long they’ve lasted, severity, patterns)
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Previous injuries or family history
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Medical conditions such as diabetes or arthritis
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Lifestyle, daily activities, and occupation
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Footwear fit, style, and wear patterns
2. Biomechanical Examination
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Foot structure and joint mobility
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Muscle strength and balance
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Hygenie and soft tissue health
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Posture and overall alignment
- Special tests based on your condition or presenting complaint
3. Gait Analysis
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Initial contact – first contact with the ground
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Midstance – full foot support
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Propulsion – push-off phase
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Swing – follow-through
4. Footwear Assessment
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Clinician will recommend footwear that is best suited for your foot shape and condition
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Foot size and width will be measured using a Brannock device
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Current footwear will be evaluated, including wear patterns on work and athletic shoes
5. Treatment Plan
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Recommendations may include custom foot orthotics, orthopaedic footwear, or bracing
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Consult allied health professional or guidance to family doctor for further evaluation or diagnostics
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Treatment is based on diagnosis, assessment findings and current industry scientific evidence
After the assessment, you leave with a clear understanding of your condition and the best path forward to move comfortably and confidently.
Why Should You See A Certified Pedorthist?
A Canadian Certified Pedorthist is a foot and lower limb expert trained to assess, treat, and manage conditions affecting the feet, ankles, and knees. Booking an appointment with a clinician ensures you receive:
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Expert assessment of your foot structure, movement, and alignment
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Personalized solutions including custom foot orthotics, footwear, or bracing
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Evidence-based care tailored to your lifestyle, activity level, and symptoms
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Prevention and long-term support to reduce pain, improve function, and protect your joints
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Collaborative care with doctors and other healthcare professionals when additional treatment is needed
By seeing a Canadian Certified Pedorthist, you’re addressing the root cause of your pain or discomfort, not just masking symptoms.
